If you use cereal bars as a quick snack (as I often do), you might be concerned about the ingredients (high fructose corn syrup) and maybe even interested in making your own.
I tried this a couple of years ago and ended up with some rather dry fare. I learned that I didn’t use a binder. A binder is exatly what it sounds like—a sticky substance used to tie grains and nuts together. Maybe I’ll take these tips and try again.
What have been your experiences with trying to make healthier food?
This article appears in Oct 8-14, 2008.